Top Baby Names In UK For 2020

From royalty to commoners, explore the UK’s most popular names.

Names are like stories that tell you about an individual’s family, religion, and history. When you look at the top UK baby names in 2020, you get a peek into the traditions and beliefs of the people. Boy names like Oliver (olive tree planter) and George (farmer) and girl names like Olivia (olive tree) and Amelia (work) are the most popular in the country as parents associate these names with their history and culture. Similarly, names like Henry (home ruler), William (protector), Harry (home ruler), and Charlotte (free man) have been popular for years perhaps because they are linked to the royal family, which adds a sense of history and prestige.

Amidst these traditional favorites, some unconventional choices also won the hearts of parents. For boys, names like Noah (to rest) and Leo (lion) stood out, while for girls, Isabella (God is my oath) and Lily (oath to God) attracted parents with their natural charm and simplicity. Most parents may prefer traditional names that feel cozy and warm; however, with time, more parents are considering modern names that sound fresh and interesting. Below are the most popular names in the UK, as recorded by the Office for National Statistics (1). Have a look to find the best name for your little one.

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Name		Gender	Meaning
Carmela		Girl	Garden; Orchard; Fertile land
Carmella		Girl	Garden
Celestine		Unisex	Of the sky; Heavenly
Chanelle		Girl	Dweller by the canal; Bottle-maker
Cheyenne		Girl	Red speakers; Seizing by the heel; Supplanting
Chidera		Unisex	God is here
Chidinma		Girl	God is good
Chyna		Girl	From China
Cicely-Name-Meaning:-A-Guide-To-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Girl	Blind
Comfort		Girl	To strengthen greatly; Strength
Corah		Unisex	Maiden; Heart
Dalal-Name:-Your-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-More		Girl	Fondness; Patience; Liking; Partiality
Danica		Girl	Morning star; Venus
Daniele-Name-Meaning:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Origin-And-History		Girl	God is my judge
Dayna		Girl	Collection of the best and the most beautiful; He judged
Deana-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Divine; Goddess-like; Valley; Chief; Deed
Delcie-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-More		Unisex	Sweet; Pleasant
Delight-Baby-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-Nicknames		Unisex	Delight; Happiness
Desire		Unisex	To long for; To wish for; To desire; Desire for the Lord
Desiree-Name-Meaning-&-History:-Complete-Guide-For-Parents		Girl	Desired; Wished
Dilys		Girl	Genuine
Disha		Girl	Region; Direction
Diyana		Girl	Divine; Goddess-like; Generous; Benevolent
Dolce		Unisex	Sweet
Dolores-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-A-Guide		Girl	Sorrows; Pain
Duha-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Morning
Ece-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Girl	Queen; Beautiful woman
Ecrin		Girl	Reward; Gift of God
Eilish-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Complete-Guide		Unisex	My God is an oath; Nobility
Eleen		Unisex	Torch; Corposant; Moon; Desire; Hazelnut
Elfie-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Elf power; Elf strength
Ellana		Unisex	Torch; Oak tree; Handsome
Elly		Girl	My God is an oath; Torch
Eloisa		Girl	Healthy; Wide; Whole; Sun
Elza-Name-Meaning-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	My God is an oath; My God is help
Emani		Unisex	Faith; Firm conviction in unseen
Eowyn-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Horse lover; Horse joy
Erina		Girl	Ireland; Fairy; Starflower; Favor; Village; Greens; That one
Estee		Girl	Star; Evening star
Estella		Girl	Star
Etty		Girl	Home ruler
Euphemia		Girl	To use words of good omen; Well-spoken
Everlie		Unisex	Boar; Woodland clearing
Fae		Girl	Fairy; Magical; Enchanted
Fajar		Boy	Dawn; Morning; Daybreak
Fariha		Girl	A woman who is happy and joyful
Fatou		Girl	To abstain
Fayha-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-&-Popularity		Girl	Vast landscape; Open lands; Scenic vista
Fifi-Baby-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origins-&-Variations		Girl	He will add; Jehovah increases
Frederica-Baby-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning-&-Popularity		Girl	Peaceful ruler
Gurkirat		Boy	One who sings praises of the Guru
Gwendolen		Girl	White ring; Fair; Blessed; White
Gwendoline		Girl	White ring; Fair; Blessed; White
Hadassa		Girl	Myrtle tree
Hailie-Baby-Name:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Meaning-&-Popularity		Girl	Hay meadow
Harini		Girl	Deer; Lord Vishnu; Goddess Lakshmi
Harli		Girl	Hare clearing; Hare meadow; Rock; Heap of stones
Haven-Baby-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		Boy	Harbor; Safe place
Hayleigh		Girl	Hay clearing
Hiyab		Unisex	Veil or Covering
Hodan:-Guide-To-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Boy	Rich; Lush
Ikra-Name-Meaning:-A-Complete-Guide-To-History,-Variants-&-More		Unisex	Read; Recite; Confess
Ilham		Unisex	Inspiration
Imara		Unisex	Strong; Firm; Stable; Resilient
Insha		Girl	Creation; Composition; Construction
Insiyah		Unisex	Humanity
Islah		Unisex	Island; Improvement
Iya-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-History-&-Pronunciation		Unisex	Violet
Izzabella		Girl	God is my oath
Jacinta		Girl	Hyacinth flower
Jaiya:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Unisex	Victorious; Triumphant
Jasmyn		Girl	Jasmine flower
Jaylah		Girl	Blue-crested bird; To ascend; Bluebird Jay
Jeanne		Girl	God is gracious
Jewel		Girl	Precious stone; Game; Generous lord
Joelle		Girl	Yahweh is God
Jordyn-Name-Meaning-Guide:-Origin,-History,-And-Variations		Boy	Flow down; Descend
Juwayriya		Unisex	Young woman; To run; To flow
Kadi		Girl	Pure; A blade of grass; A line of a song
Kailani		Girl	Sea; Sky; Heaven; The royal one
Kalia		Boy	Flower wreath; Waited for; Beloved; One who is blackish; Beautiful
Kamaya-Name:-Pronunciation,-Popularity-Trends-&-Nicknames		Girl	Precious one
Kani		Girl	Sound; Maiden
Karla		Girl	Strong; Womanly; Free woman; Peasant; Little and strong
Kelis		Girl	Bright-headed; War; Strife; Church; Helper; Defender
Kemi-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Unisex	Cherish me; Caring for me
Keva-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-A-Complete-Guide		Girl	Precious; Gentle; Beloved; Safe or freedom from danger; Collector of import duty
Kiri		Girl	Skin of a tree or fruit; Mountain summit; Princess tree
Kiya		Girl	Mine; King; Cooing of bird
Kizzy-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity-Guide-For-2025		Girl	Cassia; Cinnamon
Kyah		Girl	Pure; Each of the two
Kyara		Girl	Bright; Famous; Black
Lainie		Girl	Torch; Corposant
Lareen		Girl	The one who symbolizes honor and victory; Like a laurel tree
Lauryn		Boy	From Laurentum; Laurel
Lavender-Baby-Name-Origin,-Meaning,-And-Popularity-Guide		Girl	A purple-colored aromatic flower; To wash
Layaan		Girl	Soft; Delicate; Gentle; Prosperous
Lillith		Girl	Belonging to the night; Demon; Spirit
Lilyana-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-16-Cultural-Variants		Girl	From the flower name Lily; My God is an oath; Purity
Lizzie		Girl	My God is an oath

Your child’s name will be with them forever, so choose wisely. This list of top UK baby names in 2020 can help you see the names parents have favored in recent years. You may consider names rooted in tradition or can go for a contemporary option. Whatever you decide, ensure the name is meaningful and one your child will take pride in. If you’re still unsure, think of a name you would choose for yourself.

Infographic: Royal Baby Names Popular In 2020

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